Easy-to-make classic French inspired Creamy Mustard Chicken recipe that's ready in only 20 minutes. Tender chicken in a creamy sauce flavored with mustard and tarragon.
Prep Time5 minutesmins
Cook Time15 minutesmins
Total Time20 minutesmins
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: French
Diet: Low Carb, Gluten Free
Keyword: chicken, chicken with mustard cream sauce, chicken with mustard sauce, chicken with mustard tarragon sauce, french chicken, keto, low carb, mustard, mustard chicken
Start by heating a 10-inch skillet over medium heat and melt the butter in it.
While the butter is melting, season your chicken pieces evenly with salt and pepper.
Place the chicken in the skillet and let it cook for 6 minutes, turning it occasionally to ensure even browning on all sides.
Once the chicken is browned, remove it from the skillet and set it aside on a plate, covering it to retain warmth. Then, lower the heat to medium-low.Next, pour the heavy cream into the skillet. Use a spatula to gently scrape up the flavorful browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Mix in the mustard and dried tarragon into the cream. Continue cooking over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until the sauce begins to thicken, about 5 minutes.
Return the chicken to the skillet, stirring to coat each piece thoroughly with the creamy sauce.
Serve the chicken as-is or enjoy it over cooked rice or pasta for a more filling meal.
Notes
Expert Tips
Meal-prep: Consider keeping chicken pieces in the freezer so you can easily pull one out, defrost it, and cook it when ready. Look for chicken breasts (or thighs) and purchase them when they're on sale. Then, immediately divide, individually wrap and freeze pieces for later use. The USDA recommends freezing chicken breasts no longer than nine months for optimal quality.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave.
Customize the recipe: The mustard tarragon sauce can be spooned over fish or shrimp instead of chicken.